Bail bonds exist to allow people who are charged with crimes to await trial outside of jail or prison. Generally, a friend, associate, or family member will post a bond of around 10% of the total amount of the bail by working with a bail bonds agent. The bail bonds Jefferson County Colorado agent posts the bond and arranges for release. Here are the different types of bonds that bail bonds agents handle.
Appearance Bonds
An appearance bond is a promise given in writing for a defendant to come to all required court appearances and not engage in illegal activity. There are two types, unsecured, and secured, which involves putting up cash and/or having a third party like a bail bonds Jefferson County Colorado agent or family member agree to pay if they fail to appear.
Misdemeanor Bonds
A misdemeanor is the least serious category of criminal offenses, from drug or alcohol related charges to some cases of minor assault. Misdemeanor bonds are the most common types of bonds issued.
Felony Bonds
Felony bonds are like misdemeanor bonds in most ways, but they are extended to defendants charged with more serious crimes, such as burglary, arson, and even murder. The bonds are understandably set high.
Immigration Bonds
An immigration bond can be secured by an associate or family member of a defendant charged with being in the country illegally. The price for these bail bonds Jefferson County Colorado is generally high because of the inherent flight risk for an individual who may be facing deportation.
It is important for anyone who is posting bond to understand that they are assuming responsibility for the full price of bail. If the defendant fails to appear, they must pay the costs associated with the bail bonds agent apprehending them. If they cannot be found and apprehended, the person who has posted bond is responsible to pay the full price of bail.
